Norway's Haaland Looms Large as Iraq Brace for Boston Clash

With the match between Iraq and Norway approaching in Boston on Tuesday, The Guardian has spotlighted Erling Haaland as the single most fearsome presence in this World Cup. The Norway striker scored an extraordinary 16 goals in just eight qualifying matches, a run that has made the world sit up and take notice.

Haaland is described by The Guardian as arguably the most dangerous penalty-box finisher in world football right now, and the primary reason so many observers are bullish about Norway's chances. The Scandinavians breezed through qualifying without losing a single match, winning all eight games and scoring 37 goals in total.

Iraq will need a disciplined and well-organised defensive effort if they are to contain a Norwegian attack built around that kind of firepower. Kick-off is at 22:00 UTC on Tuesday in Boston.